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Selling Photography On The Internet Seven Key Points to Help You Avoid Rejection at Stock Photo Websites

Posted by themashoutposse on February 26th, 2010

Author : Marlee C. Dorst

If you would like some tips on selling photography online, you’ve come to the right place Stock photo websites like Dreamstime, BigStockPhoto, and Fotolia may be very profitable for you if you upload fitting pictures, but a small fact that may surprise you is that they will not accept every photo submitted! Make sure YOURS aren’t rejected by following these fundamental steps tips on selling photography online

1 Try to take uncommon photos The market for pictures of puppies and sunrises is rather saturated Don’t forget to consider WHO might be searching for images of WHAT As an example, designers for outdoors organizations may want photos of lanterns, camping equipment, etc

2 Don’t work with a dirty lens! So many overlook this valuable tip for selling photography on the internet that’s more significant than you realize! An eye-glasses wipe cloth works well if you don’t have a camera lens cloth

3 Watch the lighting Taking photos straight into the sunlight should be an obvious “no”, but also be aware that shiny surfaces can reflect light that could diminish the general attractiveness of your picture

4 Take intentional pictures Think about what will make the picture really stand out BEFORE you’re taking it! Composition, lighting, and other “technical stuff” is important from the moment the finger rests on the shutter button If you think that you can always zoom in or crop to get that sell-able photo, think again! The quality suffers

5 Focus Is an ABSOLUTE MUST! stock photo websites get so many submissions that they can afford to refuse anything less than perfect The “blurred effect” can be a plus, but an effective guideline is to limit its use to that of emphasizing movement

6 Take loads of photos, but only submit the best! Be a photo-holic, get camera-happy but restrict your uploads to the really excellent shots Build your on line portfolio with only your best work

7 Do not forget about model release forms! Almost no stock photo websites accept photos of people without their written consent If someone somewhere could recognize that person, you will need a signed form By the way, this also means random “locals” in remote places that you visit

Photography as a hobby is a very rewarding one, as you develop into an artist and are able to showcase your abilities to the world Make it a financially rewarding hobby by taking photos that won’t be rejected by stock photography sites, but will be instead accepted and quickly get you selling photography online! You’ll LOVE the additional income!

The advice above is a compilation of basic tips about selling photography on the internet that will help you get a great start and be welcomed by stock photography sites. When you stick to them and continue to learn as you go, you’ll soon be http://www.paidbymyhobby.com

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Arizona Wedding Photographer

Posted by themashoutposse on December 28th, 2009

Author : mark dell

Wedding is regarded as the most auspicious event in the life of a person It is the unision of Gods Now a days, destination mariages are becoming popular and one such destination to get wedded is Arizona

When we talk about marriages many thoughts occupy our mind such as good food, nice music and the place of marriage But the most important thing that makes a wedding memorable are the photographs and when you choose to get married at a beautiful place like Arizona, Arizona wedding photographer proves to be the best

Arizona wedding photographer are experts in taking good photos They will make your wedding a memorable experience and you will certainly cherish those pictures for lifetime It is very important to choose a nice and professional photograper so that the photos come out really well, otherwise you might feel really sad and regret later

There are a large number of wedding photographers in Arizona If you are confused regarding the selection of photographer, it is advisable to check the portfolio of Arizona wedding photographer on internet before hiring It is also suggested that you should hire a local photographer as he will be well informed regarding the best locations to shoot pictures Many photographers will offer you package deals It would not be hard tofind a good photographer even in low budget The beautiful mountains and lakes will make your photographs even prettier The bright sunshine and lovely weather will make your photographs amazing

They are professionals in taking amazing photos and you need not give it a second thought You should trust their services as it will boost their confidence and they wil deliver nothing but the best

Arizona wedding photographer will capture each and every aspect of your marriage and present it to you in a pleasurable and beautiful way The photographs may be presented to you in an album or CD They will ensure that you look stunning and amazing in your photographs

The unmatched beauty of landscapes along with the wedding rituals and bride and groom holding hands account for marvellous pictures

Some of the best places in Arizona to get married are Grand Canyon, Lake Havasu and Algodones Dunes Arizona wedding photographer makes the best use of the natural light as it helps in creating fabulous pictures They are professionals in taking amazing photos and you need not give it a second thought You should trust their services as it will boost their confidence and they wil deliver nothing but the best

You can share these photographs with those who were unable to attend your marriage and it will remind you of that auspicious day Photographs create memories which will be relished for lifetime and its worth cannot be compared in monetary terms They last forever and whenever we look at them all thoughts are refreshed You are easily reminded of the events and you experience mixed feelings Some pictures make you cry, some make you laugh These emotions cannot be bought in terms of money You will never regret that you chose their services Don’t forget to capture these moments!

Arizona wedding photographer makes the best use of the natural light as it helps in creating fabulous pictures. They are professionals in taking amazing photos and you need not give it a second thought. You should trust their services as it will boost their confidence and they wil deliver nothing but the best.

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Colour Temperature & Flash Duration

Posted by themashoutposse on November 5th, 2008

Over the last few weeks I have been asked some very interesting questions, relating to colour temperature and flash durations. It seems worth clarifying so that you can see just how important they both are, especially if you are thinking of buying flash for the first time.

Inside the studio there aren’t that many problems with colour temperature, flash tubes are ‘coated’, which is why they look slightly amber. This coating is important, a clear flash tube would fire at around 6400 K and would appear cold and give a blue colour cast, the coated tubes are colour balanced to 5600 degrees Kelvin, standard daylight. So when we use any daylight film, or set digital cameras on auto white balance, we don’t need to add filters to correct.

Also the flash duration of any flash head, is a key specification to maintain consistent colour temperature and manufacturers achieve fast flash durations by using high speed tubes on some of their models. All the major manufacturers of flash equipment measure the flash durations of their units in the same way. It is often quoted at T=0.5 and to make this a little easier to understand I have shown a diagram below.

As you can see from the diagram, the flash duration is measured at 50% from its maximum power, and then it’s measured again at the 50% point, as it falls away.

Flash Duration Chart

It is this measurement, quoted in hundreds or thousands of a second that will tell us what the flash duration of a flash head will be.

As you can see the light reaches its ‘peak’ power almost immediately and then the ‘tail’ falls away more slowly. So why is a fast flash duration important?

Well, a flash head with a faster flash duration will have less variation in colour temperature than a unit with a slower measurement.

This is because the ‘tail’ on the diagram will be shorter on the unit with the faster measurement and longer on the unit with the slower measurement. The tail on the diagram will tell us if we will get a variation in colour temperature.

As all T=0.5 measurements of flash heads are taken at full power, you must expect a little variation of colour temperature when any unit is turned down from full to say half or eighth power. The difference can be measured with a colour meter. It will normally only be 200 to 300 K and will not make a significant difference, but must be taken into account.

The other advantage of buying a flash head with a faster flash duration is that it will help you capture movement. The current vogue for portraiture, high key with people jumping and leaping about is very popular at the moment and I’m always being asked questions about that style. The key to this photography is to have the right studio flash equipment, flash heads with fast flash durations. Unfortunately many people end up buying completely the wrong thing and waste a lot of money.

If you want to do this type of work, buy something like a Bowens Esprit Gemini 750+ it has a very respectable flash duration of 1/2380 of a second and designed for that application.

There are some other obvious things that will affect colour temperature, using an old soft box for instance is a classic. You don’t realize just how dirty and discoloured the front covers get, so change them when they go slightly yellow.

The flash tubes themselves will also change colour temperature as the amber coating burns off, but it does take a long time so don’t panic.

So to sum up, the type of flash tube a manufacturer uses will give a flash head a normal or fast flash duration and with the amber coating as standard be completely compatible with daylight film or digital cameras. A head with a faster flash duration will be more consistent in maintaining colour temperature, even with the power turned down and help you capture movement. I hope that you find this useful in helping you decide what type of flash to buy.

Don’t forget you can always send me an email via the web site to ask any type of question that relates to flash products. I will get back to you as quickly as I can.

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Portrait Photography Tips – Get The Most Out Of Your Portraits

Posted by themashoutposse on October 18th, 2008

Portraiture can be very rewarding. It’s a chance to show the best side (literally) of someone, and create a photo that communicates something unique.

The first rule of good portraiture is LOOK at your subject. This sounds obvious but take a browse through all the shots you have of your family and friends and see if they don’t have a sameness about them. Head and shoulders, passport photos, awkward poses, uncomfortable expressions, blank looks, embarrassed smiles:?

Each person has some unique quality that deserves photographing. It doesn’t have to be perfect skin, a remodeled nose, pouting mouth, stunning eyes. But it should be some quality that best communicates the person’s individuality.

Sound daunting? It isn’t if you follow some basic tips.

Don’t use direct flash. Flash is light at its most boring. On rare occasions it can really lift a shot into dazzling life, but most of the time using available light is better. Flash tends to give a bland look and the fact of the flash going off takes away any intimate atmosphere you may have created.

Use a telephoto lens. 105-135mm is best. Wide angle is a big no-no.

Compose vertically. Turn the camera on its side. A portrait usually includes the head and upper torso and sometimes the hands. These work best in a vertical format. Horizontal framing leaves you with wide open spaces either side of the subject that can detract from the feel of the shot.

Dress your subject up if possible. If this is a semi-formal portrait you can have some say in the clothes. Solid, dark or light colors work best. Stripes checks, swirls, and patterns confuse the viewer’s eye. Bold colors can overwhelm the skin tones. A vee or scoop neck is better than a round neck. For a man or older woman, cover the shoulders, for a young woman leave them bare.

Try to use the available light to good effect. Position the person where the light is soft and coming mainly from one direction. This can give a moody feel and usually gets the eyes more attention. You can use a reflector on the shadowed side to ‘bounce the light’ if the contrast between highlight and shadow is too strong. You can make a simple reflector using aluminum foil on a sheet of cardboard.

Pick the person’s ‘best side’. People really do have one. Get one shoulder turned towards the camera so one side is favored a little. Try the pose the other way and figure out which is best.

Let the person sit down. This helps them to relax and helps you to be able to direct them more easily.

Direct the person. In portraiture, you’re dealing with minor movements and shifts of position and angle. Try to shoot slightly above the person to make the eyes open more. Lower the shoulder closest to the camera, get the head straight or at an engaging angle. Lower the chin a little.

Some people look best when they smile and some don’t. You can get more interesting expressions and nuances without a smile. Tell the person to think of something they like doing. This will bring up subtle lights in the eyes and shifts in the mouth lines.

If the hands are in the shot, take a good look at them. Hands can look ugly or awkward. A lightly closed fist is usually neutral. Let the hands rest on a knee or in the lap and see what you have. Crop them out later if they don’t work.

If you’re shooting candid portraits the same tips apply but in these shots you have to move around to get the best angle.

Lance is not very good at writing about himself in the third person. He is an ex-patriot Australian living in Taiwan running a business consulting company. His grasp of the Chinese language ranges from poor to laughable and in most circumstances his actual use of the Chinese language results in laughter.
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Wedding Photography Tips — Only the Very Brave Will Attempt It

Posted by themashoutposse on October 14th, 2008

There’s nothing worse than terrible shots or no shots of one of the most momentous events in a person’s life. A wedding may be made in heaven but disaster is in the details. Skip some important points and you can wish you were in the trashcan with the rubber chicken and leathery lettuce. Here are some tips to help you negotiate this photographic minefield.

Hire a professional. No? Don’t want to do that? You think Uncle George can do it fine on the cheap? Save a few bucks and spread the joy around? Then read on, reckless fool:

Be prepared. Emotionally, spiritually, intellectually and photographically. You will need more than just a strong heart and nerves of steel. You’ll need extra memory sticks, extra batteries, a flash outfit, a tripod and a zoom/wide-angle lens. You’ll also need a decent photo editing program to produce the finished product in an acceptable form.

Have an assistant or a helper. You should have lots of stuff to carry around, and you need someone who will watch your gear when you’re busy. Get someone to help you out. It’s also good to have someone relatively sane to talk to.

ALWAYS shoot for the bride. Men don’t really care about photos of themselves. Well, that’s a generality. 99.9% of men don’t care. Usually the only time a man looks at a wedding picture under his own volition is just after the divorce with a drink in the other hand.

Get a list of wanted shots. Don’t go into this blind. Find out what shots the happy couple expect and try to oblige. Weddings have about 4 phases: getting dressed, the ceremony, after the ceremony (relaxed shots with the new couple), the reception including the cake and groups of guests. Take your lead from the bride not the juiced up guests at the reception.

Shoot a lot. This is good advice for any photography. At a wedding you’re dealing with human nature at its most confused. Who can really tell what shots will be the big sellers? Just cover everything (even the speeches) and shoot everything three times and be safe.

Get the groups. Groups are important but watch out here because semi-inebriated guests will want to be photographed with pot-plants, the foxy waitress, each other, maybe the bride and groom, and towards the end of the evening fascinating cloud formations. Get the bride to tell you who should be in the groups. Stay with her.

Get the proofs to the bride as fast as possible. This is not just good service, it’s also good business. Happiness and the vows of matrimony can be fleeting. Get your bill in before the first fight if possible. Definitely before the divorce.

Be a professional. Weddings can be scary things. They’re all about love, sex, eating and drinking. Passions and confusions can be rampant. Get your shots first and party later if anyone is left to party with. If you find yourself at the end alone with your camera, at least you can console yourself that you completed your mission.

Do your own quality control before you submit the proofs. Your reputation can be destroyed by a handful of misaimed shots of the bride or her friends. People often remember that one shot where the matron of honor looked as if she was zonked when it was just an untimely blink. If it sucks delete it. Better safe than sorry.

Lance is not very good at writing about himself in the third person. He is an ex-patriot Australian living in Taiwan running a business consulting company. His grasp of the Chinese language ranges from poor to laughable and in most circumstances his actual use of the Chinese language results in laughter.
The silent conversationless world in which Lance lives leaves him plenty of time to research things and that is what he does well.
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How Ti Find The Best Digital Camera

Posted by themashoutposse on May 18th, 2008

It seems that every month, if not every week, different manufacturers are coming up with the latest digital cameras to entice potential clients. And it’s just not working for us!

After spending sizeable amount of time at the mall figuring out which is the best digital camera for us, we finally have enough money to buy for that eye-popping, 7 mega pixel, 10x digital zoom, potable, candy colored, up to 512MB expandable memory of super hi-speed SD memory card and not to mention very portable, (that will be the envy of almost everyone we know). We march to the mall armed with our life savings and lotsa pride in ourselves, when we pass by a new display – an eight mega pixel, up to 1G expandable memory, with built it mic and stereo surround, video playback capable, with 22 scenic modes kind-of-camera. And we sigh because the producer of this amazing gadget claims that this is the best digital camera yet out in the market. And so as we always want to have the best, armed with our life savings and a few credit cards, we buy the “best digital camera.” But then again, that doesn’t last too long, after two months or so, there’s another “best digital camera.”

And so it confuses us. What makes a digital camera, the best digital camera?

Well, there are certain factors to consider when looking for the “best digital camera” for us.

MEGAPIXELS. One of the most important features of digital camera to make it into the best digital camera category is its mega pixel property. The higher the mega pixels the better the actual photograph will come out. A mega pixel is equivalent to one million pixels. The resolution of your image is based upon the mega pixel property of your camera. This means that as you enlarge the picture, you would get more detail and less blurry colors.

LCD SIZE. The best digital camera will always have a large LCD to help you frame your subject without having to squint to the viewfinder. This is also helpful when reviewing your images, some cameras enable touch up and editing features with its LCD. A 1.5-inch display is average, a 2-inch LCD display is good, but the best LCD size would be 2.5 inches or higher.

ZOOM. Most digital cameras have both digital and optical zoom. A higher optical zoom is always better than a higher digital zoom. Digital cameras are usually furnished with optical of between 3x to 10x. The better the optical zoom, the higher it climbs up to the best digital camera category.

MEMORY CARD. Always make sure that your memory card is the right one for your digital camera. There are different types of memory card like the xD, SD, Flash card and the likes. And these types of memory cards go with certain types of digital cameras. of course memory storage is also up there in choosing the best digital cameras. Choose the size of memory that you need, if you’re a photo junkie, you might need more than 32MB. Memory cards can go up to 1G.

The key point to find the best digital camera is to find one that will best fit you and your lifestyle. Don’t just buy the latest or the one that claims they are the best digital cameras out in the market. You wouldn’t want to buy a DSLR and use it with your home activities or family outing and have to lug it around?! Or you don’t want to buy the latest point and shoot camera when you’re serious about being a professional photographer. (Of course, you can use this for starters, but if you’re not a novice photographer anymore, you wouldn’t want to get this kind of camera.)

Actually, the best digital camera is the one that you will enjoy and use. Not the type that you’ll just leave rotting in its box or after a few weeks of usage or so, up there in the attic.

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